Neoral 50 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 117.00 (10 x 5: ৳ 5,850.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 585.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cyclosporine oral |
| Company | Novartis bangladesh ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Sporium Oral Solution
Categories
- Immunosuppressant
- Vaccines
- Anti-sera & Immunoglobulin
Description
- Potent immunosuppressive agent
- Cyclic polypeptide consisting of 11 amino acids
- Prolongs survival of allogeneic transplants
- Acts specifically on lymphocytes
- Less prone to infection compared to other therapies
Indications
- Solid organ transplantation
- Bone marrow transplantation
- Endogenous uveitis
- Nephrotic syndrome
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Atopic dermatitis
Pharmacology
- Cyclosporine consists of 11 amino acids
- Reversibly acts on lymphocytes
- No effect on haemopoiesis
- Reduction in infection risk
Dosage & Administration
- Initial dosages for different indications
- Maintenance dose guidance
- Gradual tapering for long-term therapy
Interactions
- Drugs decreasing Neoral levels
- Drugs increasing Neoral levels
- Clearance impact on certain medications
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to ciclosporin
- Additional contraindications for non-transplant indications
Side Effects
- Renal dysfunction
- Hypertension
- Gastrointestinal symptoms
- Muscle-related issues
- Haematological abnormalities
- Skin reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Avoid use during pregnancy
- Inhibition of breastfeeding while on treatment
Precautions & Warnings
- Increased risk of malignancies
- Infection susceptibility
- Monitoring of renal function and blood pressure
- Caution with potassium-sparing drugs
- Effect on magnesium levels
Overdose Effects
- Renal dysfunction as a predominant effect
- Necessity of nonspecific measures for elimination
Storage Conditions
- Usage guidance for oral solution
- Recommended storage temperature range
- Impact of low temperatures on product consistency